CAR CARE TIPS BLOG

If you’re sliding through stop signs, it is past time to find a brake repair specialist. The last thing you want is to be the cause of an accident because you were unable to stop in time. Schedule an inspection of your vehicle’s brake system as soon as possible if you notice any of the signs below:

• Dashboard brake warning light comes on and stays on.
• Strange noises when stepping on the brake pedal--squealing, squeaking or grinding.
• Wobbling, vibration or scraping when applying the brake pedal.
• Leaking brake fluid, giving off a burning smell while driving
• The spongy or soft feeling when applying the brake pedal.
• Car pulls to one side when applying the brakes.
• Car bounces up and down when making a hard quick stop.

Fall has arrived and winter will be here before you know it. Now is the time to be thinking about the car service needed before heading into the cold of winter. If you have not yet had a car service following summer’s heat, dust, and stop-and-go traffic, don’t put it off any longer. The effects of winter could set the stage for a major repair, including a car A/C repair.

Consider the following nine service tips:

When your car’s running well there’s a strong temptation to neglect the recommended vehicle maintenance items. But as you’ve probably heard from your trusted mechanic: Don’t wait for something to go wrong! By understanding the benefits of car maintenance, you can save yourself a lot of money, plus have peace of mind while behind the wheel.

Here are five vehicle maintenance tips that should not be ignored: